Tag: southern traditions
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I’m Not Raising a ‘Sweet’ Little Girl: Embracing Strength Over Sweetness
Get Pregnant Fast As a child growing up in Alabama, I experienced a classic southern upbringing—full of fried foods, football, and sun-soaked summers. My parents instilled in me the values of respect and politeness, teaching phrases like “yes, ma’am” and “no, sir.” Southern hospitality is renowned, but often, it comes with an underlying pressure to…